Opinion piece published in the Herald Sun, 25 August 2022.
… to imagine just how devastating it would be for a small business to discover someone else has been allowed to buy... …
… ASBFEO Small Business Pulse Contribution to Australian Employment … to Australian Gross Domestic Product Number of small businesses in Australia Apprentices and Trainees Employed by Small Business Location of Australia’s small businesses - regional …
By Bruce Billson.
Originally published in the West Australian.
Small, family and farming businesses should take urgent action to make sure they are not caught out by the 3G switch-off coming in October.
This change is about far more…
… Billson. Originally published in the West Australian. Small, family and farming businesses should take urgent … every day that’s actually enabled by 3G, and I fear many small businesses are unaware of the scope of this event and the possible business-harming disconnection and technology dysfunction …
… security is more important than ever. Vast numbers of small and family businesses are being compromised and, in … . The check list below describes some simple steps to help small businesses and family enterprises avoid or reduce the … protect you from cyber security incidents, such as: Small Business Cyber Security Guide - to help small businesses …
… (businesses) and consumers. On average, these fees cost small businesses twice that of large businesses to process the same transactions. The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) has …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has today released an interim report into the insurance crisis facing Australia’s amusement, leisure, and recreation sector.
“There is a clear and present…
… says the show must go on 20 October 2021 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has … or organisations that have a similar risk profile. Under a DMF, members who meet requirements would have access …
… due to the location. We worked with one of the State Small Businesses Commissioners to identify a mediator who … their issues. Franchise reinstated A thriving small business was approached by the state leaders of an … business had opened in the same industry and was operating under the same name. The other business had registered the …
… Dealing with outstanding debts can be overwhelming for small businesses. It makes it hard to predict your cashflow … when dealing with debt, it’s not just the health of your business you’re dealing with. Debt can have a heavy toll on small business owners and it is important to look after …
… The Small Business Hub is a free space that provides small businesses, family enterprises and industry associations representing small business with: desks to work from during visits a space to …
A national awareness campaign about a free tailored mental health support service for small business owners has begun, amid new research revealing the emotional toll on small business owners during the past year.
The Australian Small Business…
… Ombudsman Welcomes NewAccess for Small Business Owners 24 June 2021 A national awareness campaign … about a free tailored mental health support service for small business owners has begun, amid new research revealing …
… There are a range of support services to help you through: Small Business Debt Helpline – run by financial counsellors who … advice on how to best manage your debt. NewAccess for Small Business Owners (NASBO) – run by Beyond Blue, it is a …
Australian small businesses can now register a domain name of .au, allowing the .com, .net or .org to be dropped from your internet address (this means shoes.com.au can become shoes.au). These shorter Australian domain names are currently reserved for…
… Shorter domain names available for small business 09 June 2022 Australian small businesses can now register a domain name of .au, …
… The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) was … a business. We do this by assisting and advocating for small businesses and family enterprises. ASBFEO understands …
… them to one geographical location. For this reason, the business counts may not reflect the full extent of business activity in each location. The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) defines small businesses as those with less than 20 employees for …
… Easy access to free government resources to support your small business journey To help small and family businesses find the resources they need, we …
… Total includes a small number of businesses where information is only … Bureau of Statistics, customised data, 2023. The number of small businesses in the ACT increased by 1,086 (3%) over the … with the largest increase were: Braddon (increased by 89 small businesses) Dickson (increased by 66 small businesses) …
… More Mental Health Resources for Small Business and Family Enterprise Owners Ahead for business helps small business owners act on their mental health and …
… Phone 1300 650 460 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Information Line is … SB Tax Concierge Service Media request Copyright request Small business hub booking request Media enquiries For all …
From 24 March 2022, anyone with a local connection to Australia (including businesses, associations and individuals) will be able to register a new category of domain name. These shorter simpler domain names will end in .au rather than .com.au, .…
… your .au domain name in an attempt to impersonate your business. For example, if you have currently registered … activities. How to protect yourself To help protect your business from opportunistic cybercriminals, the Australian … their .au equivalents before 20 September 2022. If a business does not reserve their .au equivalent direct domain …
… Greater Female Ownership 35% of business owners are women. This has increased from 19% in 1966. Since 2006 the number of women owning a small business has increased three times faster than the number of men (a 24% increase in the number of female small business owners compared with a 7% increase for males). …
… The Tax Concierge Service The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) provides a … of the procedures for requesting a review of a decision under the CDDA scheme • ongoing support and assistance …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) Bruce Billson has welcomed plans to establish a new mandatory Franchise Disclosure Registry, saying it will provide prospective franchisees with vital information needed prior to…
… restore confidence in sector 13 May 2021 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) Bruce … from franchisees seeking information regarding disputes under Franchising Code of Conduct. “This demonstrates just …
It takes quite the chocolatier to create all the magic of Easter – without the bunny.
But that’s what Stuart and his team at Enigma Fine Chocolates have achieved, as customers – eager to indulge in handmade artisan truffles – stream through the…
… Family-owned chocolate business makes this Easter egg-cellent 14 April 2022 It takes … with his wife in 2015 as a side hustle run out of a small studio next to their home, has now grown to a … a string of awards including 2017 Champion Australian Small Producer and 2018 Best Chocolate – Best in Class. “We …
… Table 2: Employment by industry, ordered by small business proportionate share – 2022-23 Industry Sector Small (‘000) Medium (‘000) Large (‘000) All (‘000) Small …
… available at the state/territory level. 1 This includes a small number of businesses which have income tax withholding … 2 Calculated by ASBFEO based on the ABS definition of small business of 0-19 employees. Source: Based on Australian …
… available at the state/territory level. 1 This includes a small number of businesses which have income tax withholding … 2 Calculated by ASBFEO based on the ABS definition of small business of 0-19 employees. Source: Based on Australian …